1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Impulse | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |